South Essex College is a further and higher education college with a Nikon
Academy for photography.

South Essex College of Further & Higher Education was founded in 1899 as an arts school but later became the Junior Day Technical School as it began running courses in vocational subjects such as plumbing. In 1991 it was again renamed the South East Essex College of Arts and Technology but thanks to a merger in 2010, it has taken the more concise title of South Essex College.

Southend's coastal location means that it is a traditional getaway for Londoners. Though tourism is not the local economy powerhouse it once was, there is still a good offering of local attractions, annual festivals and music venues.

Good connections with the capital mean that all that London has to offer is within reach. Southend has a good music scene and a well-regarded local theatre.

Facilities

Campus sites are located in Basildon, Thurrock and Southend.

Accommodation

Students can contact the college directly for details of limited accommodation facilities. A room in a shared house is about £70-85.

Education

The college became the first official Nikon academy in the UK meaning excellent photography equipment is available. Fashion, film, design and beauty courses are also complemented by relevant facilities.

Sport

A sports lab contains a testing area for students plus the Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre is nearby and has indoor and outdoor tennis and netball courts for private hire.